Two Times the Charm by Mr. Wilson

Chapter 71

After handling his work, Emmett found out Clara and Aiden were nowhere to be found.

He scoured the kitchen, living room, and dining room but still, no sign of them.

Just as he was about to hit up Clara on her cell, it dawned on him that it was midday and they could be snoozing. So, he headed towards Clara’s room.

He gingerly pushed open the door to find Clara and Aiden fast asleep.

A small smile crept onto Emmett’s face. He didn’t expect Clara to hit it off with Aiden so quickly.

He had thought that if he ever tied the knot, Aiden would be against it since they were both cut from the same cloth – not the easiest people to get along

with

Sneaking out of the room, he was just about to step out when Sophia called.

“Emmett, it’s nap time for Aiden!”

already put him to

her? Be careful, you know. Aiden’s just a kid. If something’s up, he might not say

along better than he does with me.” Emmett shot a glance at

might just be putting up a front. Not saying she’s bad or anything,

everything. Aiden’s doing great here. Sure Clara’s his stepmom, but I’m his real

feel better hearing you say that.”

a sound sleep.

bug in her arms, it

sweet that a just–awake Clara didn’t want to open her

until Emmett knocked on the door, saying Aiden had a horse

Mr Melendez, I overslept!”

getting along well.” Emmett raised an eyebrow, “Aiden

gave an awkward

between the

you seem… well cut out to be Aiden’s

out or not, she was Aiden’s

making you the